heparinized
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /hɛpəˈraɪnɪzd/
KK: /hɛpəˈraɪnɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Treated with a substance that prevents blood clotting, known as heparin.
Example
The patient was given heparinized blood during the surgery to prevent clotting.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new blood test they're using?
Yeah, I heard it's heparinized to help with the results.
That sounds interesting! I wonder how it actually works.
Me too! I think it makes the testing process more efficient.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
anticoagulated
thinned
diluted
Antonyms
coagulated
thickened
clotted
verb
Definition
To treat or mix with heparin, a substance that prevents blood from clotting.
Example
The blood samples were heparinized to ensure accurate test results.
Tense Forms
Past: heparinized
Past Participle: heparinized
Conversation
Did you hear that the lab heparinized the samples before testing?
Yeah, that’s so important for accurate results.
I didn’t realize how crucial it was until now.
Root Explanation
Heparinized → It is formed from "hepar" (from Greek "hēpar", meaning liver) and the suffix "-inized" (indicating a process or treatment). The term "heparinized" refers to the process of treating blood with heparin, a substance derived from the liver that prevents blood clotting.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hepar' which relates to the liver, and remember that 'heparinized' means treated with a substance that prevents clotting, often derived from the liver.
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